Duke deferred acceptance rate

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying Early Decision to Duke, but I'm a little stressed about the possibility of getting deferred. Does anyone know what the acceptance rate is for deferred applicants? Thanks for the help!

Hi there! Being deferred from Early Decision can definitely add some stress to the college application process. While Duke doesn't publicly release specific acceptance rates for deferred applicants, it's important to remember that deferred applicants are placed into the Regular Decision pool and will be reevaluated with the larger applicant pool.

Acceptance rates for deferred applicants typically vary year to year and can be lower than the overall Regular Decision acceptance rate. However, there's still a chance to get accepted, so don't lose hope if you get deferred. It's important to continue putting effort into your application materials and possibly send any updates on achievements, awards, or improvements in your academics. Additionally, it might be helpful to reach out to your regional admissions officer and reiterate your strong interest in Duke.

In the end, keep in mind that applying Early Decision does increase your chances of admission at selective schools like Duke, and showing your commitment to the institution can be beneficial. Just make sure to have a balanced list of other colleges to apply to in the Regular Decision round, so you have backup options in case things don't go as planned. Good luck with your application!